Blog:  Reputation Building for Police Chiefs

Police chief's crisis management

Since the COVID-19 health crisis has swept the world, some elected officials have become famous because of their effective crisis communications response. People from all over the country and even different countries tune in to hear from Mayors and Governors that are not their own.

These are three traits these leaders share:

  • They are continuously sharing critical available data with the public.
  • They are using simple, straightforward language to deliver that data.
  • They are delivering their messaging in a setting that conveys trust, power, and leadership.

How can police chiefs take a page out of their playbook? The Hetty Group, interviewed me for my  top 3 tips, including communicating regularly and often; going virtual and why the optics matter. Read the article here.